Would you like to have the same motif engraved together with other family members? Or are you looking for a symbol that fits the theme of family life and friendship? An Ohana tattoo would be right for you. The term, popularized worldwide by the Disney film “Lilo and Stitch,” means family in the Hawaiian language and has an important place in the island's culture. Ohana stands for family and means that no one is left behind and no one is forgotten. Find out more about the motif and its meaning and be inspired by the 40 tattoo ideas in the article.
Symbol of family life and community relations
The word Ohana became popular worldwide with the Disney film “Lilo and Stitch”. The term comes from an exotic island - Hawaii. According to the motto: “No one is left behind, everyone is an important member of this community,” the local population lives in peace. The word was inspired by an edible plant – taro and its offshoots called ohanas. Just as all parts of plants are equally important for the nutrition of the community, each person has a role in village life. This meaning is often interpreted in ohana tattoos. Nowadays, flowers decorate tattoos. Shesymbolize family life. In addition to the taro plants, the hibiscus flowers are also very popular. When it comes to the lettering, the tattoo artist has a certain amount of freedom of design - in Hawaii, stories are still traditionally passed down in songs; the first written language dates back to the 19th century.
Motifs inspired by the Disney film
As I said, since the Disney film popularized the meaning of the word Ohana, the main character Stitch - an alien - can be found on numerous Ohana tattoos. Stitch learns to appreciate family and friendship over the course of the film and becomes Lilo's loyal companion. Since the studio tried to paint the background with watercolors when filming, the Ohana tattoos are done with stitch using the trendy watercolor technique.
Ohana tattoos are particularly popular with siblings - these are suitable for both women and men. Furthermore, everyone can decide whether they want a small, modest font that they can hide with clothing when working, or whether they prefer a large, colorful onestriking motifchooses.
Couples and newly engaged couples also get a tattoo - it should symbolize their love for each other and the hope for a happy and long family life. In the photo gallery below you will find more exciting examples of successful Ohana tattoos and creative motifs. Let yourself be inspired by it.
Tattoo with stitch and hibiscus flower
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The cute alien Stitch from the Disney film of the same name
Turtles and waves symbolize island life
The taro plant is gradually being replaced with the hibiscus flower
This is probably because the hibiscus flowers also look exotic and are easy to recognize at the same time
Couples also get tattoos
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